2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 13 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Legacy | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
Model | Legacy | 605 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2810 mm |